Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, has released a rolling advertisement for engagement of 270 Apprentices across 10 regional headquarters spanning all parts of the country – from Faridabad and Jammu in the north to Bengaluru and Hyderabad in the south, Nagpur and Vadodara in the west, Patna and Kolkata in the east, and Shillong in the northeast. Apprenticeship engagement is under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Qualifications accepted range from ITI to Diploma, B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc., MBA, PG Diploma and Master’s Degree depending on the region and trade. There is no application fee for any candidate. The online application portal opens on 25 August 2026 and the last date to apply is 10 September 2026. Each region has its own separate detailed notification PDF with trade-wise vacancy breakup, stipend and eligibility specifics.
Important – Read Before You Apply: Three things about this recruitment that are frequently missed. First, this is an apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act, 1961 – not a permanent job. Completion does not create any right to regular employment or absorption into POWERGRID. Second, the online application portal opens on 25 August 2026 – it is not yet live as of today. Do not search for a direct application link before that date. Third, there are 10 separate region-wise notifications – each with its own trade list, qualification requirements and vacancy breakup. Download the notification for the region you wish to apply in and read it fully before applying. Applying under the wrong region’s notification or without meeting that region’s specific trade qualification will result in rejection.
POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) |
| Post Name | Apprentice (various categories) |
| Total Vacancies | 270 |
| Governing Act | Apprentices Act, 1961 |
| Qualifications | ITI, Diploma, B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc., MBA, PG Diploma, MSW, Master’s Degree (region and trade specific) |
| Regions | 10 regional headquarters across India |
| Application Fee | Nil – no fee for any category |
| Application Mode | Online at powergrid.in |
| Application Opens | 25 August 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 10 September 2026 |
| Official Website | powergrid.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application portal opens | 25 August 2026 |
| Online application last date | 10 September 2026 |
Note: The application portal link will be active from 25 August 2026 at powergrid.in/en/rolling-advertisement-for-enagagement-of-apprentices. Do not attempt to access it before that date.
Vacancy Details – Region-wise
Total Posts: 270
| S. No. | Region | Headquarters | Vacancies | Qualifications Accepted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northern Region – I | Faridabad | 35 | ITI, Diploma, B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. |
| 2 | Northern Region – II | Jammu | 24 | ITI, Diploma, B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. |
| 3 | Northern Region – III | Lucknow | 25 | ITI, Diploma, B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc.; MBA (HR)/PG Diploma, MSW, BA |
| 4 | Eastern Region – I | Patna | 20 | ITI, Diploma, B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. |
| 5 | Eastern Region – II | Kolkata | 21 | ITI, Diploma, B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. |
| 6 | North Eastern Region | Shillong | 26 | ITI, Diploma, B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. |
| 7 | Western Region – I | Nagpur | 27 | ITI, Diploma, B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. |
| 8 | Western Region – II | Vadodara | 38 | ITI, Diploma, B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. |
| 9 | Southern Region – I | Hyderabad | 22 | ITI, Diploma, B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. |
| 10 | Southern Region – II | Bengaluru | 32 | ITI, Diploma, B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. |
| Total | 270 |
Western Region – II (Vadodara) has the highest vacancy count at 38, followed by Southern Region – II (Bengaluru) at 32.
Trade-wise and category-wise vacancy details are NOT available in this summary. Each region has published a separate detailed notification PDF. Download the notification for your preferred region from the Important Links table to find the exact trade list, qualification minimum marks, age limit, stipend and reservation details.
Eligibility Criteria
Qualifications accepted vary by region and trade. The broad categories are:
| Qualification Type | Applicable Regions/Posts |
|---|---|
| ITI (relevant trade) | All 10 regions |
| Diploma in Engineering (relevant branch) | All 10 regions |
| B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. (relevant discipline) | All 10 regions |
| MBA (HR) / PG Diploma in HR | Northern Region – III (Lucknow) |
| MSW (Master of Social Work) | Northern Region – III (Lucknow) |
| BA | Northern Region – III (Lucknow) |
The minimum marks required in the qualifying degree, the specific trades and disciplines covered, and any additional eligibility conditions are specified in each region’s individual detailed notification PDF. Candidates must refer to their region’s notification before applying.
This is an apprenticeship engagement. Candidates who have already completed an apprenticeship in any establishment under the Apprentices Act, 1961 are generally not eligible for another apprenticeship. Verify this from the regional notification before applying.
Age Limit
The age limit is not specified in this combined summary advertisement. Age limit details are available in the individual region-wise detailed notification PDFs. Download the notification for your preferred region from the Important Links table to confirm the applicable age limit and any relaxation for reserved categories.
Application Fee
There is no application fee for any category or any region under this recruitment. No payment is required at any stage of the application.
Stipend
Stipend rates are not specified in this combined summary advertisement. Each region’s detailed notification PDF contains the trade-wise and qualification-wise monthly stipend rates as per the Apprentices Act. Download the relevant regional notification for stipend details.
Selection Process
The selection process is not described in this combined notification. Each region’s detailed notification contains the selection criteria. Based on standard POWERGRID apprenticeship practice, selection is typically merit-based on marks in the qualifying examination. Refer to the regional notification for the confirmed selection process for your chosen region and trade.
How to Apply for POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Before applying, download and read the detailed notification for the region you wish to apply in from the Important Links table below.
- Confirm your eligibility – trade/discipline, minimum marks, age limit and other conditions specified in that region’s notification.
- Visit powergrid.in from 25 August 2026 and go to the Rolling Advertisement for Engagement of Apprentices page.
- Click the Apply Online link once it is active (from 25 August 2026).
- Register and fill the online application form carefully with accurate personal, educational and trade details.
- Upload the required documents as specified in the regional notification.
- Submit the application before 10 September 2026.
- Retain a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Note: The online portal is not yet active as of today (21 August 2026). Return to the official website from 25 August 2026 to access the application link.
Important Instructions
- This is an apprenticeship engagement under the Apprentices Act, 1961 – not permanent employment. Completion of apprenticeship does not create any right to regular employment or absorption in POWERGRID.
- There are 10 separate region-wise notifications. Read the notification for your specific region before applying.
- The online portal opens on 25 August 2026. Do not attempt to apply before that date.
- There is no application fee for any category.
- Age limit, stipend, trade-wise vacancy details and selection process are specified in the individual regional notification PDFs. All must be verified before applying.
- Candidates who have already completed an apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act in any establishment should verify their eligibility for re-apprenticeship from the regional notification.
- Monitor powergrid.in regularly for any corrigendum or update to the regional notifications.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (active from 25 August 2026) | Click Here |
| Official Notification – Northern Region – I (Faridabad) | Click Here |
| Official Notification – Northern Region – II (Jammu) | Click Here |
| Official Notification – Northern Region – III (Lucknow) | Click Here |
| Official Notification – Eastern Region – I (Patna) | Click Here |
| Official Notification – Eastern Region – II (Kolkata) | Click Here |
| Official Notification – North Eastern Region (Shillong) | Click Here |
| Official Notification – Western Region – I (Nagpur) | Click Here |
| Official Notification – Western Region – II (Vadodara) | Click Here |
| Official Notification – Southern Region – I (Hyderabad) | Click Here |
| Official Notification – Southern Region – II (Bengaluru) | Click Here |
| POWERGRID Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions – POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
✅ It is a national apprenticeship engagement by Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) for 270 Apprentice posts across 10 regional headquarters under the Apprentices Act, 1961, covering ITI, Diploma, B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc., MBA, PG Diploma and Master’s Degree qualification holders.
Q2. How many vacancies are there and across which regions?
✅ 270 total posts across 10 regions – Northern Region-I Faridabad (35), NR-II Jammu (24), NR-III Lucknow (25), Eastern Region-I Patna (20), ER-II Kolkata (21), North Eastern Region Shillong (26), Western Region-I Nagpur (27), WR-II Vadodara (38), Southern Region-I Hyderabad (22) and SR-II Bengaluru (32).
Q3. When does the online application portal open?
✅ 25 August 2026. The portal is not yet live as of today. Return to powergrid.in from 25 August to access the apply link. The last date to apply is 10 September 2026.
Q4. Is there any application fee?
✅ No. There is no application fee for any category or any region under this recruitment.
Q5. Is this a permanent government job?
✅ No. This is an apprenticeship engagement under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Completion of the apprenticeship does not confer any right to regular or permanent employment in POWERGRID.
Q6. Where can I find trade-wise vacancy details, age limit and stipend?
✅ In the individual region-wise detailed notification PDFs available in the Important Links table above. The combined summary advertisement does not contain these specifics – download the notification for your preferred region.
Q7. Can I apply to more than one region?
✅ This is not specified in the combined notification. Refer to your preferred region’s detailed notification PDF for any restrictions on applying to multiple regions.
Q8. What qualifications are accepted for POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
✅ ITI, Diploma, B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. for all 10 regions; Northern Region-III Lucknow additionally accepts MBA (HR), PG Diploma, MSW and BA for certain posts. Minimum marks and specific branches/trades are in the regional notification PDFs.
Q9. Where will the apprenticeship be conducted?
✅ At the respective regional headquarters – Faridabad, Jammu, Lucknow, Patna, Kolkata, Shillong, Nagpur, Vadodara, Hyderabad or Bengaluru – depending on the region you apply for.
Q10. Where can I find updates or corrigenda for this recruitment?
✅ On the official POWERGRID website at powergrid.in on the Rolling Advertisement for Engagement of Apprentices page. Monitor the page regularly.
Disclaimer: This article is based on the rolling advertisement for engagement of 270 Apprentices released by Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) across 10 regional headquarters under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This is an apprenticeship engagement and not permanent employment. Age limit, stipend, trade-wise vacancy breakup and selection process are not specified in the combined summary advertisement and must be verified from the individual region-wise detailed notification PDFs available at powergrid.in. The online application portal opens on 25 August 2026 and the last date is 10 September 2026. There is no application fee. All details must be verified from the official notifications at powergrid.in before applying. JobShouter.com is not associated with Power Grid Corporation of India Limited in any manner.
